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BBCF will have new president in October after longtime head Lucky plans to leaveJuly 6, 2025
Black Belt Community Foundation announced founding Chief Executive Officer and President Felecia Lucky plans to step down from her role, effective September 30, 2025. The board has unanimously appointed Black Belt native Christopher Spencer, the foundation’s Chief Community Engagement Officer, to succeed Lucky. Lucky, who has led the foundation throughout its entire 21-year history, is leaving to become President and CEO at the F.B. Heron Foundation. Under Lucky’s leadership, BBCF has become a powerful force for change in one of...
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GPD reports incidents of harassment, identity theft, menacing, domestic violenceJuly 6, 2025
Greensboro Police Department released the following report of its activities: Arrests:June 30, 2025Telvin White, 30, of Greensboro was arrested for domestic violence 3rd degree (assault). Incidents:June 22, 2025Harassment was reported on Ward Street. June 24, 2025Identity theft was reported on Persimmon Road. Domestic violence 3rd degree was reported in Pickens Quarters. June 28, 2025Menacing was reported in the area of Whelan Street. June 29, 2025Verbal domestic violence was reported on Balsa Avenue.
One hundred fifty-seventh annual homecoming service will be July 13 at Mars Hill M.B.C.July 6, 2025
The congregation of Mars Hill Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its 157th Church Anniversary and Annual Homecoming during morning worship on Sunday, July 13, 2025. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m. This year’s guests will include Pastor Richard Bennett and the Palestine Baptist Church family. Church leaders say they are looking forward to welcoming former members and friends back to Mars Hill to mark the occasion.
CORRECTION: Hill, not Harris, requested to be replaced on G’boro Parks and Rec boardJuly 6, 2025
In a recent article concerning the Greensboro Park and Recreation Board, The Watchman incorrectly reported that Susie Harris did not wish to be reappointed. In fact, Ms. Harris, who serves as chairman of the board, wrote a letter stating that Mr. Theodore Hill did not wish to be appointed. We regret the error and are happy to set the record straight.
Rural Disability Support Fair July 7 in GreensboroJuly 6, 2025
The Alabama Department of Mental Health will host the Open Doors: Rural Disability Support Fair on July 7, 2025, from 5pm- 7pm at the Hale County College and Career Academy. Advocacy organizations and local service providers will be on hand offering assistance with employment, healthcare, housing, education, and legal issues. Family and caregiver support, transition and pre-employment transition services will be available. This is a free event open to people with disabilities, caregivers, families, and community members.